Global Tax Strategy Lead

JACOBS DOUWE EGBERTS; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

JDE Peet's, the world’s leading pure-play coffee company, seeks a Global Tax Manager to shape and execute direct tax strategy across markets. You will lead on M&A input, transfer pricing, and Pillar Two planning, partnering with regional finance, legal and business teams to deliver compliant, business-forward tax solutions.

Strong communication and cross-border collaboration are essential for success. You will drive tax planning aligned with global ETR and cash tax objectives, support on

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Tax Law / Fiscal Economics (LL.M. or international tax qualification preferred).
• 8+ years of direct tax experience from Big Four/top-tier law firm and/or in-house multinational roles.
• Analytical rigour that handles technically complex tax issues with precision — even under regulatory ambiguity.
• Commercial acumen: you translate technical analysis into pragmatic, business-relevant recommendations and engage credibly with non-tax partners.
• Stakeholder engagement: you build effective relationships across functions and geographies with ease.
• Ownership & initiative: you identify issues proactively, drive work to conclusion, and thrive with limited supervision.
• Cross-cultural agility: you navigate multi-jurisdictional environments and diverse regulatory cultures with confidence.
• Clear, concise communication — you make the complex accessible for any audience.

Responsibilities

• Drive direct tax strategy and planning aligned with the Group's global ETR and cash tax objectives.
• Provide hands-on tax input into M&A transactions, joint ventures, market entry, and business reorganisations — from pre-deal structuring through to post-transaction implementation.
• Lead transfer pricing support for legal entities : local implementation, documentation, and risk monitoring.
• Navigate Pillar Two/GloBE implications for the portfolio — QDMTT exposure analysis, scenario modelling, and integration into planning activities.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments across your territory portfolio and translate findings into actionable briefing materials for senior stakeholders.
• Identify, document, and manage direct tax risks; lead and support tax audits and disputes in coordination with local finance teams and external advisors.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of tax processes, tools, and data capabilities.
• Act as the trusted tax interface for regional finance, legal, and business teams — building relationships across diverse, internationally dispersed organisations.

Skills

Direct tax analysis

Commercial acumen

Stakeholder engagement

Ownership & initiative

Cross-cultural agility

Clear communication

Hands-on problem solving

Education

Master's degree in Tax Law / Fiscal Economics

8+ years direct tax experience

Job description

JDE Peet's, the world’s leading pure-play coffee company, seeks a Global Tax Manager to shape and execute direct tax strategy across markets. You will lead on M&A input, transfer pricing, and Pillar Two planning, partnering with regional finance, legal and business teams to deliver compliant, business-forward tax solutions.

Strong communication and cross-border collaboration are essential for success. You will drive tax planning aligned with global ETR and cash tax objectives, support on